Associate Scientist, Molecular Biology & Oncology Models

Description:

 

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated biologist to contribute to the development and application of innovative mouse model for cancer therapeutics.  The incumbent will conduct research both in vivo and in vitro and be responsible for the following:

 

·  Histopathological characterization of tumors (IHC);

·  Pathway analysis of tumor specimen (Western-blot, RT-PCR, Elisa);

·  Vector construction;

·  Cell culture;

·  Animal work (i.e. Mice handling, dosing, tissue collection) – 20% of the time.

 

 

Requirements:

 

·  Bachelor's degree in Biology/ Molecular Biology or equivalent; Master’s degree is preferred.

·  5+ years of experience in academic/ industrial setting; experience in cancer biology is needed.

·  In depth background histopathology, immunohistochemistry and viral biology.

·  Hands-on experience with small animals, such as small animal survival surgery, compound dosing, and tissue collection.

·  Expertise in standard molecular biology/cell biology including but not limited to cloning, cell culture, RT-PCR and Western-blot hybridization is required.

·  Attention to detail, good organizing skill and good communication skills are essential.

·  Ability to multi-task, trouble-shoot and provide mentoring to junior associates.

 

AVEO is a clinical stage private biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of novel, targeted cancer therapeutics. AVEO’s proprietary, integrated cancer biology platform enables the company to pursue highly efficient drug development strategies in oncology that increase the probability of clinical success and provides a discovery engine for high-value targets.  This approach has resulted in a balanced pipeline of novel cancer therapies focused on well-validated targets (VEGFR, EGFR) and promising novel targets (HGF), as well as collaborations with Merck, OSI Pharmaceuticals and Schering-Plough.  Through a combination of internal drug discovery and selective in-licensing of targeted therapeutics, AVEO is building a diversified product pipeline and moving toward its vision of becoming a fully integrated biopharmaceutical company. For more information or to apply to this position, please visit the company's website at www.aveopharma.com.

 

 

Please forward resumes to hr@aveopharma.com .

 

AVEO is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace.